Friday, March 1, 2013

Myrtle Beach: Adventurous Eco-tours

Eco-tourism.
It’s a buzzword making its way into our vacation vocabulary. But what exactly
is eco-tourism? Put simply: eco-tourism is traveling responsibly to natural
areas and environments. It also can tie into both cultural and historical
tourism, as it encourages the preservation of cultures and environments. Myrtle
Beach is one of the best vacation spots in the world to discover this
experience. There’s plenty to learn about the wildlife there as well as the
history of the culture that began developing there long ago. The best part is
that you can enjoy all of these adventures in total comfort. Just put on your
most comfy clothes and get out into the fresh air. Feel the perfect combination
of the ocean breeze and the sun on your face as you explore all that the nature
of Myrtle Beach has to offer.

One
fun way to explore the coast of Myrtle Beach is go to deep within the winding
creeks, rivers and marshes that run off the ocean. Kayak tours are a great way
to get exercise, observe nature and have some quality family fun all at the
same time! One great river to explore is the Waccamaw River. It looks a bit
different than most rivers, as it’s called a “black water river”. You’ll pass
under majestic cypress trees and beautiful, native birds. And lurking in the
water are small crocodiles and snakes, so you’re sure to have some close, but
safe encounters!

Another
fun, but different way to get a good look at the wildlife of Myrtle Beach (assuming you want real wild life and not a more commercial Myrtle Beach wildlife experience) is to
take a safari Jeep tour. If you’re leery of the water and would rather be
driven around in a super cool Jeep, this option is the one for you! You’ll be
educated on the nature, ecology, history, wildlife and even the ghost lore
along a wide range of environments, from old farm plantations to the coast, to
rivers and to historic structures. You’ll see alligators and a variety of bird
species as you journey through the tour with your expert tour guide. You’ll
also visit a graveyard and hear great stories about the most haunted spots in
Myrtle Beach. And you’ll even get to visit the coasts where pirates once
dominated, while also learning about the salt marsh.